How to apply for and obtain a California Marriage License in Santa Clara or San Francisco County

Follow these simplified instructions for obtaining a public marriage license:

Santa Clara County

You must both appear together at the Clerk-Recorder’s office at the address below during marriage license business hours:

Where
Clerk-Recorder’s Office
East Wing, First Floor
70 West Hedding Street
(at First Street)
San Jose CA 95110

When
Marriage License Business Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
(408) 299-5664 No appointments. First come first served

Bring the following with you:

ID, such as a driver’s license, alien registration or your passport.

If either party has been granted a divorce within 90 days of applying for a new marriage license, present
a copy of the final divorce decree. If the divorce occurred more than 90 days before, provide
the exact date the divorce was finalized.

Application, preferably completed before visit to save time. Attached below is a copy of the application.